Principal Salaries in California
$151,453
The average salary for Principal jobs near California is $151,453.*
Top Principal jobs near California
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Challenger School Foundation
San Jose, CA
4-year college bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Thoroughly learn Challenger’s curriculum, teaching methods, philosophy, and operations.
$120,000 - $140,000 a year
Assistant Director, Kids on Campus
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA
Fingerprint/child abuse clearance through California state licensing. Assist in complying with state licensing guidelines and maintaining Community Care.
2 days ago
High School Assistant Principal (26-27)
Alpha Public Schools
San Jose, CA
The position works with key leaders in schools and organizational teams to push school-related strategic initiatives, develop and monitor related projects, and…
From $100,000 a year
Assistant Principal of Student Supports (SPED) - Redwood City
KIPP Public Schools Northern California
Redwood City, CA
Must have a valid California driver's license and access to reliable transportation for work-related travel. Oversees implementation of instructional priorities…
$105,000 - $116,415 a year
Assistant Principal Pool (2026-2027) Multiple Sites
San José Unified School District
San Jose, CA
Through instructional leadership, student support, and effective school operations, you will help ensure every student has access to high-quality learning…
$134,555 - $147,614 a year
Principal
Rocketship Public Schools
San Jose, CA
Possesses elementary content expertise and is eager to use that knowledge to develop assistant principals and teachers’ instructional and leadership skills.
$128,000 - $147,000 a year
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- decreased by50.2%
- Early Childhood Assistant Director
- $70,133
- decreased by53.7%
- Preschool Director
- $67,831
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- Enrollment Specialist
- $64,179
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Highest paying cities for Principal
- San Jose, CA13 jobs
- San Francisco, CA9 jobs
- Redwood City, CA6 jobs
- Sacramento, CA5 jobs
- Stockton, CA5 jobs
- Vallejo, CA5 jobs
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